Kitchen Utilities & Stewarding Manager

Westin Hotels & Resorts; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Westin Hotels & Resorts in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Management-level kitchen leader to oversee daily kitchen utility operations, staff scheduling, and back-of-house activities. You will supervise dish room, night cleaning, and banquet food running to support guest experiences.

The role emphasizes maintaining budgets, enforcing sanitation, and driving guest and employee satisfaction through strong leadership and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in procurement, F&B, culinary, or related area.
• 2-year degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Admin, or related field; 2 years experience in procurement, F&B, culinary, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and staff, including dish room and back dock duties.
• Schedule events and programs; ensure supplies, equipment, and uniforms are available.
• Control inventories of food, equipment, smallware, liquor; report shortages.
• Lead and develop kitchen team; set performance and budget expectations.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and maintain operating budgets.
• Recruit, train, and manage employees; enforce safety procedures and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Operational planning

Guest satisfaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management or related major

Job description

Westin Hotels & Resorts in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Management-level kitchen leader to oversee daily kitchen utility operations, staff scheduling, and back-of-house activities. You will supervise dish room, night cleaning, and banquet food running to support guest experiences.

The role emphasizes maintaining budgets, enforcing sanitation, and driving guest and employee satisfaction through strong leadership and teamwork.